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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1908
Page
2
The Elizabeth Daily Journal reports on events and commentary including the Washington inauguration, stock market optimism, and international affairs. It notes Castro’s absence, the Dutch-Venezuela tension, and Theodore Jr joining Governor elect Lilley’s staff. It mentions local concerns like ferry stoppages and liquor sales, plus political figures and legal notes.
The piece argues for establishing a board of public works in Elizabeth to address rapid city growth and complicated infrastructure. It cites prior endorsements from major parties and leaders, urging a fair trial to improve economy, supervision, and municipal management amid ongoing street and utility needs.
The piece notes a shift in Christmas shopping toward practical, well-made items over flashy decorations. Retailers favor durable goods they can stand behind, rather than excess wares that serve only briefly during the season.
Rear Admiral Evans deflects crowds to avoid public gatherings in Los Angeles. Dr Cyrus Northrop resigns as president of the University of Minnesota effective July 1. Sir Wilfrid Laurier gains another extension, seen as fragile in health. Kate McGordon earns gold medal from New Orleans Business League for leading the Woman’s Drainage and Sewerage League. Madeline Kilison, daughter of Thomas Kalison, follows her father into invention and progress with an automobile map. London mayor George Prescott ceremony highlights include a pageant organized by American dramatist Lowa N. Parker.
A collage of brief quotes and light vignettes from jokes and remarks across magazines and papers. The item highlights witty exchanges about marriage, worry, weight, and daily life, plus a note about Rouletabille solving a mystery in a forthcoming serial.
Col A H McClure recalls how Lincoln faced broad hostility toward General Grant after Shiloh. He refused to spare Grant, kept faith, and maneuvered through political pressure by promoting Halleck then restoring Grant, shaping public confidence and ultimately securing victory at Vicksburg.
Miss Mildred MacClosky, daughter of J F MacClosky, fires the old Soho stack at Jones & Laughlin Steel in Pittsburgh to honor an ironworkers superstition. The torch bore red white and blue ribbons as workers cheer the dainty ceremony. She proclaims the fire a signal for industry to light across the land.
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